Government Technology talked to state CIOs about whether artificial intelligence can help government get smarter about service delivery during the NASCIO Midyear Conference in Baltimore. Georgia CIO Calvin Rhodes describes how the state is investigating the possibilities for public health programs, where the technology could help with more consistent messaging.

Government Technology editor Noelle Knell has more than 15 years of writing and editing experience, covering public projects, transportation, business and technology. A California native, she has worked in both state and local government, and is a graduate of the University of California, Davis, with majors in political science and American history. She can be reached via email and on Twitter.

Steve Towns is the former editor of Government Technology, and former executive editor for e.Republic Inc., publisher of GOVERNING, Government Technology, Public CIO and Emergency Management magazines. He has more than 20 years of writing and editing experience at newspapers and magazines, including more than 15 years of covering technology in the state and local government market. Steve now serves as the Deputy Chief Content Officer for e.Republic.